In chemistry, T-shaped molecular geometry describes the structures adopted by some compounds where a central atom has three ligands. Ordinarily, three-coordinated compounds adopt trigonal planar or pyramidal geometries. Example of a T-shaped molecules are the halogen trifluorides, such asClF3.[1]
According to VSEPR theory T-shaped geometry results from three ligands and two lone pairs of electrons bonded to the central atom. The three atoms bond at 90° angles on one side of the central atom, producing the T shape.[2] AXE Type: AX3E2. According to Valence Bond Theory, T-shaped molecules are assigned sp3d hybridization. It is generally accepted that d-orbitals do not contribute to the bonding in such molecules, which can be more simply described using Molecular Orbital Theory.
See also
References
- ^ Greenwood, N. N.; & Earnshaw, A. (1997). Chemistry of the Elements (2nd Edn.), Oxford:Butterworth-Heinemann. ISBN 0-7506-3365-4.
- ^ "Chemistry Dictionary and Glossary." 2005. http://www.ktf-split.hr/glossary/no_en_o.php?def=T-shaped%20molecular%20shape
External links
- Chem| Chemistry, Structures, and 3D Molecules
- Indiana University Molecular Structure Center
- Point Group Symmetry| Point Group Symmetry Interactive Examples
- Molecular Modeling
- Animated Trigonal Planar Visual
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